Pointing is an important early communication skill. Babies direct our attention by pointing to things. They usually begin pointing between 9-12 months of age. While the primary goal of pointing is for communication, it is also largely a fine motor skill. If baby is over 9 months of age and not yet pointing, you can […]
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Playing with bubbles is one of those activities that essentially every child loves. When I’m working with a child who is having a hard time, my go to solution is usually bubbles! Bubbles just seem to make everyone happy! Benefits of Bubble Activities Not only are bubbles fun, but playing with bubbles can target so
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Kids develop best through play! When adults go to therapy for hand weakness, they squeeze hand grippers to improve their strength. When kids come to occupational therapy with hand weakness, we play! Activities have to be fun to get buy in from kids! If it’s not fun, their participation probably won’t be so great. When
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You can help baby learn to reach by using the right toys and easiest positions! Babies are born with a grasping reflex. They will hold onto something (like your finger!) from the day they are born. As sweet as this is, it is not intentional. But it’s okay to still cherish the first moment your
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Believe it or not, children are able to learn to use scissors right around age 2. By about 24 months of age a child should be able to make snips with scissors. Of course this is only true if they have been practicing. Many parents are afraid to introduce scissors. Common concerns I hear are
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